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Job description
Geriatrician Section Head - Department of Medicine, MUSC
The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) is seeking a Geriatric Section Head to lead our growing program within the Division of General Internal Medicine, Geriatrics & Palliative Care. This leader will shape a system-wide strategy for outstanding clinical care, education, and research for older adults across inpatient, outpatient, long-term care, and home settings. The ideal candidate will be a patient-centered, compassionate team player as well as a leader with a desire to support the growth of the next generation of healthcare professionals while helping to facilitate the plan for our aging population of patients here at MUSC.
Ideal Candidates:
BC/BE Internal Medicine or FM Physician with Geriatric Fellowship training
Eligible for medical licensure in South Carolina
Demonstrated leadership in academics, teaching, or research
Collaborative and collegial demeanor with commitment to high quality patient care
Academic orientation and enthusiasm for teaching
Opportunity Details:
Leadership Role - Direct the vision for geriatric care across various settings.
Academic Mission - Teach and mentor medical students, residents, fellows, & junior faculty
Collaboration - Possibility of dual appointment with the Charleston VA including research
Flexibility - Tailor your clinical schedule to your interests.
What we provide:
Faculty appointment commensurate with experience
Competitive compensation and benefits
Excellent retirement options with employer match
Occurrence malpractice coverage
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility
Generous PTO, company holidays, and CME allowance
Epic EMR platform
Complimentary student debt analysis and repayment planning services
Founded in 1824, the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) is home to the oldest medical school in the South as well as the state's only integrated academic health system, with a unique charge to serve the state through education, research and patient care. Each year, MUSC educates and trains more than 3,000 students and 850 residents and fellows in six colleges: Dental Medicine, Graduate Studies, Health Professions, Medicine, Nursing and Pharmacy. In 2025, MUSC was named the number one hospital in South Carolina by U.S. News and World Report for the 11th year in a row.
Charleston, South Carolina, frequently named one of the best places to live in the U.S., is a charming coastal city offering residents a unique mix of history, culture, arts, innovation, and natural beauty. In Charleston, you can explore miles of pristine beaches and waterways in the morning, and wind your way along shaded cobblestone streets, exploring centuries-old historic homes in the afternoon. At night, visit one of Charleston's many award-winning restaurants to enjoy traditional Lowcountry cuisine prepared by world-class chefs. Charleston is a place where you can live your life to its fullest.
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Worksite address
charleston, SC, 29408, US
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